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#39 of 78 Re: Did the first oil change.. [stuckinohio] by big_prize Sep 03, 2007 (3:07 pm)
Replying to: stuckinohio (Jun 27, 2007 10:00 am) I agree with the superior lubicating qualities of sunthetic. I've used Mobil 1 in my last four vehicles (including our 06 Torrent) and a couple of family members' vehicles. None of those has had any bit of engine trouble. Even some older cars with >150K miles are running strong, with no oil burning at all. I usually change it every 3-5K miles, but it's nice to know that if you can't get to it, it'll last a little longer, too.   For the price of taking your vehicle in for a quick oil change, you can do-it-yourself and get synthetic.
#40 of 78 Recall by ajg93 Sep 21, 2007 (11:48 am)
Hi,   Anyone else receive the RECALL notice about the ESC not lighting up even when it's disabled? I received mine earlier this week.
#41 of 78 Engine Pinging by bhwjc Oct 29, 2007 (8:49 pm)
So, I have 30,000 miles on my 2006 Torrent. For the first eight months, I put 76 regular unleaded in it no problems. I moved and there's no 76 station, so I've been putting Chevron regular unleaded in it. Now it pings sometimes unless I put Chevron plus in it. Anyone else have this problem?
#42 of 78 Tire Pressure monitoring system gremlins by 07torrent Dec 03, 2007 (12:45 pm)
Anyone else have multiple problems with TPMS? Several incorrect readings, and now system will not reset....taking to dealer next week. Seems cold weather triggers incorrect readings and warnings on DIC.
#43 of 78 2006 Torrent - grinding noise as AWD engages by vlachtorrent Dec 29, 2007 (8:05 pm)
When I accelerate my 2006 AWD Torrent in slick/snowy/icy conditions there is a grinding noise coming from the powertrain...likely due to the engagement of the AWD. Dealer indicates that this is part of "normal" operation. Anyone notice this grinding noise? I don't buy that this is normal. Replies to this message: bhwjc (Dec 29, 2007 8:13 pm) erin0525 (Jan 28, 2008 8:50 pm)
#44 of 78 Re: 2006 Torrent - grinding noise as AWD engages [vlachtorrent] by bhwjc Dec 29, 2007 (8:13 pm)
Replying to: vlachtorrent (Dec 29, 2007 8:05 pm) Ya, I was just driving in some snow the other day and wanted to see if it really worked or not and mine did the same noise. I kind of thought it sounded like a screw head being stripped out when you try to drive it with a drill.   Haven't called my dealer yet, but assumed (at this point) that it was the AWD system engaging and trying to limit the power to specific wheels in the back.   I also noticed that the tires that came from the factory are TERRIBLE in the rain & snow. I hydroplaned really badly the other day just with a little water on the road. Those tires are outta here. Replies to this message: erin0525 (Jan 28, 2008 8:50 pm)
#45 of 78 Re: Clanging/clicking [tmrinco] by vette4 Jan 21, 2008 (4:47 pm)
Replying to: tmrinco (Aug 24, 2007 6:54 pm) Hi my wife and I have a 2006 torrent we have the same sound it is not the breaks it is a gear in the rear end they had to rebuild the center of the rear end it was under warranty it drove me crazy.
#46 of 78 Re: 2006 Torrent - grinding noise as AWD engages [bhwjc] by erin0525 Jan 28, 2008 (8:50 pm)
Replying to: bhwjc (Dec 29, 2007 8:13 pm) I have the same problem, I took my 06 to the dealer and had the mechanic ride with me and he said it wasn;t normal. So I take it back and let them keep it for a couple of days and all they could come up with was that my front tires were wore more than the back (ecause I hadn't rotated the in 20,000 miles) and this was causing a gear ratio difference????????? So I rotated them and am going to drive it until they wear and see if it still does it. Sounds kinda fishy to me, but time will tell... Joe
#48 of 78 Re: Pontiac Torrent Maintenance and Repair [steve_] by lorrainelab Jan 31, 2008 (2:41 pm)
Replying to: steve_ (May 12, 2007 6:26 pm) I have approximately 28000 on my 2006 Pontiac Torrent AWD purchased new in May 06. In last 6 months , I have had various problems. 1/11/08-left front hub removed and replaced since was loose. 1/2/08-left front bearing replaced. 9/26/07-removed and replaced right front hub .8/7/07-replaced ignition cylinder & housing. 7/3/07-replaced left front hub and replaced ignition cylinder. Dealer said on last visit that there was no larger underlying problem and advised me to avoid potholes and rough roads. ???? I drive primarily on blacktop and have never been "offroad". Steering is unresponsive. Gas mileage is far below window sticker. Would trade in but I did a smartbuy and am buried. Worried about what will happen in next two years of my smart buy term. Anyone else have similar issues? Replies to this message: appleman (Jul 27, 2008 4:23 pm)

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